GPA Programs Committee Meeting
GPA members interested in getting involved in the Fall and/or Spring Conference planning can attend the GPA Programs committee meeting held virtually.
2024 ConnectATL: The Future of Mobility and Community
Georgia World Congress Center 285 International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesThe Atlanta Regional Commission is excited to invite you to attend this year's ConnectATL event with our friends from the Georgia Department of Transportation. We have crafted an incredible day filled with all things transportation and technology. We'll be diving into electrification, EVTOL vehicles, and more hot topics with top-notch experts. Learn More & Register […]
GPA Award Nominations Close
The GPA 2024 Awards Program application cycle closes at 5:00 pm.
GPA EDI Monthly Meeting
GPA members can attend the monthly Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee meetings held virtually during lunch via MS Teams.
Community Action for Climate Change Webinar
This webinar, featuring Cate Mingoya, Author of Climate Action for Busy People, and Mara Parker, Montgomery County, MD Climate Adaptation Program Manager, will present a roadmap with helpful case studies for anyone who wants to boost their community’s climate resilience and move the needle toward environmental justice. 1.5 AICP CM credits
GPA Programs Committee Meeting
The GPA Programs Committee is meeting every other Thursday morning at noon if you’d like to assist in the Fall Conference. Please email Kyethea Clark, GPA VP of Programs to join in and for more information.
The Intersection Quality Development Conference – Where Housing & Infrastructure Meet
With housing still top of mind in our metro’s now 89 local governments, we continue this conversation this year, through the lens of infrastructure. It is high-quality and sustainable infrastructure that makes our developments work, and as a region and state, we must prioritize this investment to support the expected population growth and ensure housing continues to be built. Attend this event. 4 CM credits approved.
Joint GAITE-GPA Meeting
Sandy Springs Conference Center 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA, United StatesAttend this joint meeting and lunch to hear about local government efforts around planning and designing safer streets and roads using federal Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) funding. Panel will feature a variety of speakers from government agencies. PDHs and CM credits available.
Fall Conference Session Submission Deadline
The session proposal window for the GPA Fall Conference scheduled for October 9-11 in Augusta is now open. GPA is accepting submissions until Friday, August 16 at 11:59 pm.
GPA Programs Committee Meeting
The GPA Programs Committee is meeting every other Thursday morning at noon if you’d like to assist in the Fall Conference. Please email Kyethea Clark, GPA VP of Programs to join in and for more information.
GPA EDI Monthly Meeting
GPA members can attend the monthly Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee meetings held virtually during lunch via MS Teams.
Metro Atlanta Climate Action Plan Kickoff – Virtual
The Atlanta Regional Commission is developing the Metro Atlanta Climate Action Plan (MACAP) for the 29-county Atlanta Metropolitan Statistical Area and invites you to participate.
AICP Diversity Scholarship Deadline
Interested in a scholarship to take the AICP Certification? The window to apply for the AICP Certification Diversity Scholarship for the Fall Exam closes August 29, 2024 at 3:00 pm (Central). AICP Certification Diversity scholarships help make the planning profession more diverse. Diversity is an inclusive concept that encompasses but is not limited to race, […]
GPA Programs Committee Meeting
The GPA Programs Committee is meeting every other Thursday morning at noon if you’d like to assist in the Fall Conference. Please email Kyethea Clark, GPA VP of Programs to join in and for more information.
Georgia Tech School of City & Regional Planning Fall 2024 Reception
Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons 266 4th St., NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesProfessional networking reception for School of City & Regional Planning students, alumni, faculty, and fellow planning, GIS, urban analytics, and global development professionals
GPA Programs Committee Meeting
The GPA Programs Committee is meeting every other Thursday morning at noon if you’d like to assist in the Fall Conference. Please email Kyethea Clark, GPA VP of Programs to join in and for more information.
Early Registration Deadline for Fall Conference
Early registration discounts end on September 20, 2024. Register now and save!
Park(ing) Day 2024
Join MARTA, Midtown Alliance, King of Pops and more for Park(ing) Day 2024, hosted by the Georgia Tech Student Planning Association. Come experience parking spaces transformed into vibrant community-driven pockets of creativity with music, art, games, and interactive fun along 5th St. NW next to Tech Square.
Conference Sponsorships Due
Reach planners throughout the state of Georgia -- become a Fall Conference Sponsor! Consider becoming a conference sponsor! GPA offers a variety of sponsorship levels and benefits to highlight your firm or organization. Deadline for sponsoring the 2024 Fall Conference is September 27, 2024. Â
GPA EDI Monthly Meeting
GPA members can attend the monthly Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee meetings held virtually during lunch via MS Teams.
Fall 2024 Happy Hour RSVP Deadline
GPA’s Emerging Planners Group and Mentor Program are partnering to host a happy hour celebrating 10 years of the GPA Mentor Program. All are welcome to attend during the Fall Conference! If you have participated in the Mentor Program as a mentor, mentee, committee member, or speaker, this will be a great opportunity to reconnect. RSVP by October 2.
Fall Community Planning Institute
DuBose Porter Conference Center 560 Pinehill Road, Dublin, GA, United StatesDCA’s Office of Planning has selected the City of Dublin to host our Fall Community Planning Institute Oct. 3-4, 2024. Limited spots available and registration is now open.
GPA Programs Committee Meeting
The GPA Programs Committee is meeting every other Thursday morning at noon if you’d like to assist in the Fall Conference. Please email Kyethea Clark, GPA VP of Programs to join in and for more information.
2024 GPA Fall Conference – CANCELLED
Please note the due to the ongoing impacts of Hurricane Helene, the 2024 Fall Conference in Augusta has been cancelled. GPA will be issuing refunds for registration fees. Please allow up to 7-10 business days for the refunds to appear in your account.
Electric Highways and Harbors Workshop
Please join The Electrification Coalition for Electric Highways and Harbors, a free workshop discussing the state of medium- and heavy-duty electrification in Florida and Georgia. This event will convene leaders in the medium- and heavy-duty electrification field to discuss progress being made to reduce our dependence on oil and opportunities to deploy electric fleets and charging infrastructure across the state.
GPA EDI Monthly Meeting
GPA members can attend the monthly Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee meetings held virtually during lunch via MS Teams.
GPA/NWGRC/GAZA Half Day Training
Georgia Highlands College 5441 Highway 20 NE, Cartersville, GA, United StatesTransportation planning and Land Use Law planning training event will take place in Cartersville at Georgia Highlands College on Hwy 20 approximately one mile west of I-75 exit 290. Lunch will be provided. FREE event. Email Richard Osborne to sign up.
Conference Alternatives Survey Due
Our team has been working diligently to explore alternative programming options, specifically for those needing APA-required Certified Maintenance (CM) credits. To ensure we offer valuable content and maximize participation, we kindly ask for your input. We’ve prepared a brief survey for members and 2024 Fall Conference presenters. Your input will help us shape these sessions […]
Sustainability in Action Roundtable (SART) – Affordable Housing
St. Luke's 435 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GeorgiaJoin Southface for an engaging and impactful Affordable Housing Panel Discussion, where there will be an open, honest discussion about the critical issues affecting housing in the Greater Metro Atlanta area.